Description
Expert Stair Climber
Book summary
This collection of poems invites young readers on a journey full of surprises, where language becomes a toy. Through calligrams, phonic, and typographical games, Javier González constructs an original and fun work that defies poetic conventions. Winner of the 16th City of Orihuela International Poetry Prize for Children, the book combines a refined sense of humor with illustrations by Lluïsot that function as visual poems, creating an interactive and stimulating reading experience.
What is it about?
The book is a collection of poems that explore the playful possibilities of language and imagery. Far from traditional poetry, the author uses avant-garde resources such as free verse, typographical games, and calligrams to create short, surprising pieces. Each poem is a small experiment that invites the reader to look beyond the words, discovering hidden meanings in the arrangement of the text and the accompanying illustrations. Humor is the common thread, present in both the wordplay and the visual metaphors of Lluïsot, which pay homage to great figures of art and design such as Joan Brossa or Cesc.
Main themes
- Experimental and avant-garde poetry for children.
- Phonic, typographical games, and calligrams as literary resources.
- Humor and surprise as drivers of the poetic experience.
- Relationship between text and image, with visual poems and conceptual illustrations.
- Creativity and exploration of language beyond its literal meaning.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at children aged 8 and up who are looking for a different approach to poetry, far from classical rhyme and meter. It is also ideal for reading mediators, educators, and parents who want to share with little ones a work that stimulates the imagination, sense of humor, and observational skills. It is perfect for those who enjoy wordplay, visual riddles, and original artistic proposals.
What this book offers
- A playful and accessible introduction to avant-garde poetry and calligrams.
- Stimulates creativity and observation through visual and typographical games.
- Offers a shared reading experience, ideal for laughing and discovering together.
- Awakens interest in language as a malleable and fun material.
- Presents illustrations that are works of art in their own right, enriching the understanding of the poem.
Technical specifications
- Author: GONZALEZ, JAVIER
- Publisher: Kalandraka
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: POETRY (CHILDREN'S/YOUNG ADULT)
- Collection: ORIHUELA
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: April 2024
- Number of pages: 48
- Weight: 250 g
Editorial review
Expert Stair Climber is a bold and necessary proposal within children's poetry, demonstrating that lyricism can be a playing field without fixed rules. Javier González's work, recognized with a prestigious award, stands out for its intelligent use of avant-garde resources, making each poem a small discovery. The collaboration with Lluïsot is a success, as his illustrations are not a mere accompaniment, but an essential part of the poem. It is a book that invites rereading and exploration, perfect for those looking for more than just a rhyming story.